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Self Advocacy
Many adolescents and young adults, including those with learning and attention disabilities, do not advocate for themselves often because they either do not know how or do not have the confidence to do so. Many individuals with learning and attention disabilities do not understand the meaning of the term self-advocacy; however, it is critical that these students receive instruction, support, and guidance in the basics of self-advocacy.
As students begin to enter the workforce, they will have to make decisions regarding the choice to disclose or not disclose their disability, they will need to know their strengths and weaknesses, and they will have to recognize their need for accommodation.
Specifically, they should be knowledgeable about:
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Their disability
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Their rights and responsibilities
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Their strengths and weaknesses
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Potential accommodations
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Disclosure
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Community supports
For more information on self-advocacy training for students with disabilities, visit the Job Corps Health & Wellness Disability website.
